The continuous narrative of existence is a lie. There is no continuous narrative, there are lit-up moments, and the rest is dark. (Jeanette Winterson)

The continuous narrative of existence is a lie. There is no continuous narrative, there are lit-up moments, and the rest is dark.

Jeanette Winterson

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